Aviation Operations (Civil Pilot Pathway) Level 3

Do you want to work in Aviation as a Pilot? Do you have a focused and calm approach? Are you able to adapt to quickly changing situations? If so, this course could be for you.

Students will gain a broad understanding of aviation by studying a Level 3 Diploma in Travel & Tourism.which is designed to prepare students for a career in the travel and tourism sectors.

All students will have enrichment opportunites linked to Civil or Military & Defence.

Each student has a flying lesson with our industry partner Quiet Tiger in our aircraft at Nottingham City Airport.  Enrichment opportunities include flight experience in a light aircraft and hands-on learning using our state-of-the-art flight simulators, enhancing practical skills and industry insight.

Course Content

The course will cover a wide range of topics in the operations environment. You will also undertake an exciting enrichment programme including trips/visits and guest speakers.

The Travel and Tourism programme offers a number of optional units, reflecting the diversity of the sector so that learners choose units that relate to a career direction of their choice. Learners may choose to combine units that give them the understanding and skills that apply in the industry, with specialist units related to the job roles that they may want to pursue.

Throughout the course, students will enhance in their use and understanding of English, mathematics and physics as applied within aviation. Students will develop the knowledge and confidence to progress to acquire the skills to become commercial or military pilots.
As part of the enrichment process you will get to fly an aircraft and use our state-of-the-art flight simulator!

Why Study This Course?

This course is a great choice for students who are interested in a career in the Travel and Tourism sectors. It will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in these exciting and challenging fields. The Travel and Tourism sectors are rapidly growing following the pandemic and offer excellent career opportunities for graduates. Graduates from this course can expect to earn competitive salaries and work at varied locations throughout the world.

This qualification will also enable progression to further studies.